Industries Roads Vie For Steel
Sam Dawson reports soft March outlook for construction as steel demand remains high and costs soar. Industrial and commercial awards rose in January while public works dipped, signaling a later rebound as schools and road programs start. Structural steel shortages push prices up and depreciation relief is urged based on replacement costs.
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Sam Dawson
York
Aomy
Washington
Tatat
Association of State Planning and Development Agencies
Department of Commerce
Department
Russel L. Peters
In- Tand Steel
Patera
Los Angeles Society of Security
Linn County Building Permits Issued This Period
Linn County engineers office lists permits for Zobac Construction at 4550 Mt. Vernon Rd SE for a $2,000 yard office, Marvin H Humbert at 3015 Thirtieth St SE for a $2,000 garage, Gene Fletcher at 605 Fortieth St NE for a $10,000 house, John W Byse Route 8 for a $10,000 house and garage, Lois J Westveer at 703 Wiley Blvd NW for a $5,000 house and garage, Carlyle G Ralston at Wiley Blvd NW for a $9,000 house.
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Lin County
Zobac Construction Company
Mt. Vernon Road
Marvin H. Humbert
Thirtieth Street
Gene . Fletcher
Fortieth Street
Jones
John W. Byse
Byse
Lois J
Noise in Plumbing From Undersized Piping
The Plumbing and Heating Industries Bureau notes noise comes from high velocity water through small pipes behind walls. Undersized piping can cause starved faucets vacuum formation and back siphonage into the fresh water supply under certain conditions. Proper pipe sizing is essential in remodeling or new houses.
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Chicago
Plumbing and Heating Industries Bureau
Turpentine Best For Scrubbing Wood Furniture
Madison Wisconsin ANS reports a home care method from University of Wisconsin expert Gertrude Hoffman. For dull wood with thick wax buildup scrub with turpentine on a cloth to remove layers, then wash with mild soap suds and wipe dry. Light wax may only need damp soap cleaning.
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Madison, Wis
Gertrude Hoffman
University of Wisconsin
How to Varnish Wood Furniture for a Mirror Shine
Use a solution of oil turpentine and hot water to clean the surface. Wipe dry, mix three tablespoons raw hand oil with one tablespoon turpentine per quart of water, then apply a thin wax or paste coating and wipe away excess for a glossy finish.
Aluminum Foil Containers Prove Handy In Home Use
Aluminum foil containers are useful for storing and cooking foods and can aid home projects. A small paint job can use a tiny, reusable container filled with paint, then rinsed with turpentine for repeated use.
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